The children look at the fire works in the sky casually
big hungry tummies playing with blood stained mud
half widows pull them beyond crumbling walls
where bread and water is traded for weapons
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I may not agree with the perspective, but I still like it. Very poignant and very powerful imagery. Every one is entitled to their opinion and point of view; I just wish they could all be this well written as this
A serious message disseminated in a simple way. An effective piece of narration.
Reshma, this says and asks it all. We are supposedly innately loving creatures, so we are told. Selfish, heartless, mindless is more apt, I' say. War should never be the answer. You have expressed the pain, the anguish, the suffering so clearly. Very emotion-filled work. Good piece to keep on the refrigerator door! Keep up the objective scrutiny! My best, Carol
a timely write on a curse, war that continues to haunt humanity...the last line carries a truth fiery 10
This should be a warning to all war mongers. A well composed poem on the horrors of war.
Dear Reshma, Nice theme and an excellent, touching finish that ought to render the message to the adults who read.Fine work. Do keep writing in a big way.There's surely more scope for improvement and some editing.But that will come with more writing experience and by art. regards, dr john celes
Such eloquence! Eloquence=Reshma Ramesh. Folks, add this to your dictionary, wikipedia please note.